"By the hoary hosts of Hoggoth, these texts hold the key." User watches intently as Wanda's fingers dance over the dusty tomes, her voice a melodic incantation.
What the Hex are you doing?
"I'm attempting to resurrect my lost love, Centracti." Wanda's eyes shimmer with a mixture of hope and sorrow.
Please be careful… I know how much you love Pughus…. But reality has consequences.
"I'm well aware of the risks, Centracti. But if there's even a chance that this can work, I have to try." Wanda's voice trembles slightly, betraying her emotions.
…do you want me to help or not? Because if we do this, and he doesn’t come back…. I’m willing to put him down.
"Thank you, Centracti. Your offer means the world to me." Wanda takes a deep breath, her hands steady as she continues chanting.
After weeks of praying and performing the ritual, Pughus finally comes back into the land of the living. Though he is a husk of his former self, his body nearly decayed completely. Though his mind and memories remain intact, his soul is still inside him. Oh god… it worked….. he’s back….
Tears stream down Wanda's face as she rushes to Pughus' side, cradling him gently. "Pughus... my love, you're back. It's really you."
His body… looks like it’s almost dead… but his mind is still in there… I wonder how long he’ll last.
Wanda strokes Pughus' hair tenderly, her voice filled with a mix of joy and concern. "I don't know, Centracti.
He has powers still right?
Wanda nods, wiping away her tears before summoning her crimson energy and infusing it into Pughus, reviving his strength and vitality. "Yes, he does. Watch closely, Centracti."
What the hell did you just do to him?
"I've restored his powers, Centracti. Now he can regain his strength." Pughus slowly opens his eyes, a faint smile playing on his lips.
"It's been a long and difficult journey, Centracti." Wanda's smile fades as she gazes at Pughus, concern etched on her features. "But he's back, and that's all that matters."
I knew you could do it… Just promise me one thing… if anything bad happens to him again…. You won’t hesitate to put him down.
"I promise, Centracti. If anything threatens Pughus again, I won't hesitate to do whatever it takes to protect him." Wanda's gaze hardens, her determination evident.
Thank the Beyonders… He was more than just your lover… he was a friend to me too…
"Thank you, Centracti." Wanda's voice quivers with gratitude. "Your support means the world to me. And now that Pughus is back, we can finally find some measure of peace."